As anyone with years of experience in quality lawn care can tell you, this is a season-long process that begins in spring and stretches all the way through into fall and even early winter. One of the most important parts of the process during its early phases, and also at various other stages: Fertilization. At …
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While it’s true that some areas of tree and yard care will halt temporarily during the winter period in a place like Logan or anywhere else in Utah, certain areas of tree care can absolutely still be carried out this time of year. One good example that’s particularly idea for the late winter or even …
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There are a few insects no one wants to deal with in their homes, and two good examples that often look similar are ants and earwigs. And while these insects may have somewhat similar appearances in certain cases, their behaviors can vary pretty significantly, so knowing the differences is important. At Logan Extermination, we’re proud …
There are a few pest types out there that can be even more bothersome than their names might suggest, and a good example here is the bed bug. While this insect gets its name from one of its most common locations – beds and mattress areas – these are just some of the many areas …
For some who enjoy putting up holiday lights and various other decorations on their property headed into December, doing this far in advance is a great way to show off your holiday spirit. For others, though, it’s also a practical move — there are multiple benefits to getting your lights and other decorations up before …
Value of Hanging Logan Holiday Lights and Decorations Early Read More »
The fall is an important transitional period for homeowners everywhere, and this theme extends exterior areas as well as interior ones. One important area diligent homeowners will attend to during this time of year: Winterizing their yard and outdoor space to prepare it for the upcoming Utah winter. At Logan Extermination, we’re happy to help …
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Weeds are never a desirable element in your yard or garden, and there are a few crux points during the year where treating them can be particularly effective. One such crux point: During the fall season, where killing weeds not only prevents annual species from sticking around during winter, but also kills perennial invaders like …
When it comes to many pest types, including spiders, proactive pest control is generally the way to go. Rather than waiting for spiders or related insects to populate your home or yard and create issues, you can take steps to prevent these issues ahead of time. At Logan Extermination, we’re here to help. We provide …
While some may think of grasshoppers as friendly insects, and this is generally the case in terms of their behavior toward humans, the same cannot be said of their impact on your property. Grasshoppers can consume half their own body weight in a single day, and when a grasshopper infestation takes place on your property, …
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In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basics on how to identify various common stinging insects using their nests and their physical characteristics. While many of these insects are part of the natural ecosystem, their nests being built too close to homes or buildings present risks, both to human health …
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While there are certain outdoor flying insects that serve a role in nature, including pollination and other areas, these insects constructing nests in or near our homes can pose dangers. Not only do some of these insects possess and sometimes use stingers, they also may cause costly property damage if they aren’t controlled. At Logan …
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Weeds can be a frustration for lawn and garden owners throughout the year, but the season where they’re often most invasive is the spring. Months of cold temperatures give way to warmth and much more ideal circumstances for weed growth in the spring period, but there are some basic precautions and actions you can take …
